Using common pantry ingredients, you can mix up a batch of this Homemade Baking Mix! It’s great for biscuits, pancakes, or anywhere you use the expensive yellow box stuff – but for a lot less money!

Homemade Baking Mix
I have to admit that I have been a huge fan of the baking mix that comes in the yellow box. Y’all know the one! TO be honest, I am a huge fan of it – because it made so many dishes so easy. I always thought it was some mix of stuff that was impossible to make at home … until I learned how simple and easy it really IS to make at home!
Let’s be honest, the yellow boxed stuff is absurdly expensive once you know what is in it – and I am a cheapo when it comes to making stuff myself that is better or cheaper!
Do you know what I love? I love knowing that I can substitute at home – using common pantry ingredients – for a lot less money!! I never have to worry about not having it on hand, because I can just as easily whip up another batch!

Homemade Baking Mix recipe
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- granulated sugar
- salt
- vegetable shortening

How to make Homemade Baking Mix
Time needed: 10 minutes.
How to make Homemade Baking Mix
- Combine.
Add the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Whisk to combine. Using a pastry blender, cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles cornmeal.
- Use.
Use in equal amounts in recipes that call for baking mix or Bisquick®.
- Store.
Store in an airtight container on the pantry shelf for up to 3 months.

Baking Mix: FAQs
Store in an airtight container on the pantry shelf for up to 3 months.
Use it in equal amounts in recipes that call for baking mix or Bisquick®.

Isn’t it great to be able to whip up a batch of this homemade baking mix to have on hand any time you need it using pantry ingredients? If you tried this recipe, I would love to know your thoughts. How did this recipe turn out for you? Did you run into any problems? Let me know in the comments.

Other recipes you may enjoy


Homemade Baking Mix
Using common pantry ingredients, you can mix up a batch of this Homemade Baking Mix! It's great for biscuits, pancakes, or anywhere you use the expensive yellow box stuff - but for a lot less money!
Ingredients
- 9 cups all-purpose flour
- 5 tablespoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Add the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Whisk to combine. Using a pastry blender, cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles cornmeal.
- Use in equal amounts in recipes that call for baking mix or Bisquick®.
- Store in an airtight container on the pantry shelf for up to 3 months.
Recommended Products
As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.
-
Dough Blender, Top Professional Pastry Cutter with Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Blades, Medium Size
-
11-Inch Better Balloon Whisk
-
Rubbermaid Container, BPA-Free Plastic, Clear Brilliance Pantry Airtight Food Storage, Open Stock, Sugar (12 Cup)
-
Stainless Steel Metal Measuring Spoons, Fits in Spice Jar, Set of 6 with bonus Leveler
-
Stainless Steel Measuring Cups - 5 Piece Stackable Measuring Set
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 30 Serving Size: 1/3 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 206Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 477mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 4g
Please note that the nutritional information listed on this page is an estimation based on the products I used. Ingredients and nutritional information can vary greatly between brands. Always be sure to read labels.
Jamie,
It’s been so long since I’ve commented. This is a great recipe. I’m definitely saving it. Thanks for sharing.
I hope you enjoy the recipe, Debra! Glad to see you back around again! 😊